Mini Deep Fryer with Basket

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$14.99last seen Oct 29

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Our take on the Mini Deep Fryer with Basket

A small electric deep fryer with a stainless steel finish and a removable basket, sized for one or two people. It heats oil in a compact pot, so it fits on a counter or in a small kitchen without taking up much space. It is a basic single-basket design with no oil filtration or digital controls. We have no current price or price history for it, so compare store prices before buying.

Best forSingles and couplesSmall kitchens and apartmentsOccasional fries, wings and frozen snacksDorm or office break rooms

Pros

Compact footprint suits tight counters
Stainless steel finish is easy to wipe down
Basket makes lifting food out safer than tongs
Simple controls with little to learn
Small oil volume means less oil per batch

Cons

Small batches mean cooking in rounds for a family

Mini Deep Fryer with Basket price history

Lowest price we've seen: $14.99 on Oct 29. Tracked across 1 store since Oct 29.

What reviewers say

Owners of mini fryers like this generally find them handy for small batches and easy to store. Complaints center on uneven heat, splatter and the hassle of filtering and disposing of oil.

Pros

Quick to heat for small portions
Easy to store and clean
Good results on frozen fries and nuggets

Cons

Temperature drops when cold food goes in
Oil splatters and the exterior gets hot
Basket and lid parts are fiddly to wash

Specifications

Cooking Method: Oil
Power Source

Questions and answers

Is a mini deep fryer worth it?: If you fry small portions a few times a month and lack space, yes. If you cook for a family or fry often, a larger fryer with oil filtration saves time and oil.
How much oil does it use?: Most mini fryers take roughly 1 to 1.5 liters, well under the 3 to 4 liters of full-size models. Less oil means faster heating but also faster temperature drop when you add food.
Can I fry frozen food in it?: Yes, but add it in small batches and let the oil recover heat between batches. Shake off ice first, since excess ice causes splatter.
How do I clean it?: Let the oil cool completely, drain it, then wash the basket and any removable parts in warm soapy water. Wipe the body with a damp cloth and never submerge the heating element.
When is it cheapest?: Small kitchen appliances often drop around Black Friday and back-to-school sales. Check the price history here before buying, since list prices on these units vary widely between stores.

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Our take on the Mini Deep Fryer with Basket

Best forSingles and couplesSmall kitchens and apartmentsOccasional fries, wings and frozen snacksDorm or office break rooms

Pros

Compact footprint suits tight counters
Stainless steel finish is easy to wipe down
Basket makes lifting food out safer than tongs
Simple controls with little to learn
Small oil volume means less oil per batch

Cons

Small batches mean cooking in rounds for a family

What reviewers say

Owners of mini fryers like this generally find them handy for small batches and easy to store. Complaints center on uneven heat, splatter and the hassle of filtering and disposing of oil.

Pros

Quick to heat for small portions
Easy to store and clean
Good results on frozen fries and nuggets

Cons

Temperature drops when cold food goes in
Oil splatters and the exterior gets hot
Basket and lid parts are fiddly to wash

Questions and answers

Is a mini deep fryer worth it?

If you fry small portions a few times a month and lack space, yes. If you cook for a family or fry often, a larger fryer with oil filtration saves time and oil.

How much oil does it use?

Most mini fryers take roughly 1 to 1.5 liters, well under the 3 to 4 liters of full-size models. Less oil means faster heating but also faster temperature drop when you add food.

Can I fry frozen food in it?

Yes, but add it in small batches and let the oil recover heat between batches. Shake off ice first, since excess ice causes splatter.

How do I clean it?

Let the oil cool completely, drain it, then wash the basket and any removable parts in warm soapy water. Wipe the body with a damp cloth and never submerge the heating element.

When is it cheapest?

Small kitchen appliances often drop around Black Friday and back-to-school sales. Check the price history here before buying, since list prices on these units vary widely between stores.

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